Lamdhar - Gir Gadhda, Gir Somnath
Lamdhar is a village situated in the Gir Gadhda taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from Una and around 166 km from Junagadh. Lamdhar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lamdhar is 515342. The village covers a total geographical area of 390.58 hectares and falls under the 362560 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Lamdhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Una Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lamdhar
As per Census 2011, Lamdhar village has a total population of 1,766 people, consisting of 903 males and 863 females. The village has 308 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 262 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,034 literate and 732 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lamdhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,766 | 903 | 863 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 133 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 21 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 1,034 | 631 | 403 |
| Illiterate Population | 732 | 272 | 460 |
Transport and Connectivity of Lamdhar
Lamdhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Lamdhar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Una to Lamdhar is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Lamdhar is about 166 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lamdhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lamdhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lamdhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lamdhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lamdhar
Where is Lamdhar located?
Lamdhar village is located in Gir Gadhda Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lamdhar?
Lamdhar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lamdhar?
The pincode of Lamdhar is 362560.
What is the population of Lamdhar?
Lamdhar has a total population of 1,766, including 903 males and 863 females.
How many households are there in Lamdhar?
There are 308 households in Lamdhar.
What is the literacy rate in Lamdhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lamdhar is 58.55%. Male literacy is 69.88% and female literacy is 46.70%.